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What is a significant outcome of decentralisation for women's representation in India?

1

Decreased salaries for women leaders

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Increased political participation and empowerment

3

Elimination of women's roles in governance

4

Less representation in rural areas

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Answer

B. Increased political participation and empowerment

Solution:

Decentralisation has significantly increased political participation and representation of women in local bodies by reserving seats specifically for them.

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